The cultural association ‘De Geus’, in collaboration with the cultural department and the library of Lebbeke, is proud to announce the 11th edition of its biennial international cartoon competition. Open to artists worldwide, this contest continues to be a prestigious platform for visual humor and social commentary.
🎨 Theme: “Active Seniors”
The 2026 theme focuses on “Active Seniors.” This should be interpreted as seniors who remain vibrantly engaged in life—whether through sports, creative hobbies, traveling, or other forms of active leisure. Artists are encouraged to explore this demographic’s energy and spirit through a humorous lens.
🏆 Prizes
The independent jury will award three main cash prizes:
- 1st Prize: €1,000 🥇
- 2nd Prize: €500 🥈
- 3rd Prize: €250 🥉
📋 Participation Rules & Guidelines
To ensure a fair and high-quality competition, the following rules apply:
- Eligibility: Open to all cartoonists aged 18 and over.
- Quantity: A maximum of 3 cartoons per participant.
- Format: Digital entries must be A4 format, 300 dpi, and no larger than 3 MB per file.
- Technique: All graphic techniques are welcome, but no text is allowed in the cartoons.
- AI Policy: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is strictly prohibited. Any winning entry found to be AI-generated will have its award revoked.
- Originality: Works must not have won prior awards or been published in Belgium.
📅 Important Dates
- Submission Deadline: August 15, 2026.
- Award Ceremony: October 24, 2026, at the ‘De Fontein’ gallery.
- Exhibition: Selected works will be exhibited on Oct 24, 25, 31, and Nov 1, 7, 8, 2026.
📨 How to Enter
You can submit your work via email or traditional post:
By Email:
By Mail:
Clement Vlassenroot Cartoonale Lebbeke 2026 Duivenkeetstraat 16 B-9280 Lebbeke, BELGIUM
(Note: For postal entries, please include your name and address on the back of each cartoon. Please be aware that entries will not be returned.)
Catalog: Following the contest, the official catalog will be available for download at www.cartoonalelebbeke.be
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The 'De Geus' contest in Belgium continues its legacy as a premier destination for world-class cartoonists. By focusing on socially relevant themes and offering professional-grade prizes, it provides an exceptional platform for artists to showcase their talent to a European audience.
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